Network Description File
General Information
Title | NED File Extension |
Extension | .ned |
Full Form | Network Description File |
File Type | Simulation Configuration File |
Developer | OMNeT++ Community |
MIME Type | text/x-ned |
File Function
Primary Function | Define network topology |
Additional Functions | Describe network parameters, simulate network behavior |
Features | Hierarchical, Modular |
File Characteristics
Quality | Highly structured |
Supports Layers | Yes |
Supports Transparency | No |
Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
Academic Research | Yes |
Network Design | Yes |
Protocol Testing | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Low |
Best Practices | Version control, Documentation |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | Early 2000s |
Latest Version | OMNeT++ 6.0 (2021) |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .ini, .xml, .msg |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
OMNeT++ | Free, Commercial | Windows, Mac, Linux |
INET Framework | Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |